MidColumbia Forklift Blog / Forklift Parts

by Enrique Hernandez, on March 14, 2025 at 8:15 AM

An expert who doesn’t understand your business isn’t much of an expert at all. Knowing part numbers and specifications is one thing—knowing how those parts fit into your operation is …

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by Shawn McQuary, on February 21, 2025 at 5:50 AM

There's a silent killer that's stalking your forklift. Maybe you've seen the signs. Has your steering locked up? Or has the mast dropped unexpectedly? Perhaps the lifting grows sluggish? Or …

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by Hank Lopez, on January 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM

Clark forklifts are trusted by companies throughout the Pacific Northwest, from ports in Seattle-Tacoma to wineries in the Willamette Valley and farms in central Washington. They’re sturdy, reliable, easy to …

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by Dan Livingston, on March 20, 2024 at 11:00 AM

Forklift attachments and accessories can help you move more product in less time, but there’s a right way and a wrong way to modify forklifts. OSHA's regulation states: any modifications …

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Topics:ForkliftForklift PartsForklift SafetyForklift Attachments

by Phil Hanford, on August 23, 2023 at 12:00 PM

Warehouse pedestrian safety is a major concern for any business operating with forklifts. While proper training of operators and pedestrians can help reduce risks, some safety managers want more peace …

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Topics:Forklift PartsForklift SafetyWarehouse Planning

by Trey Barber, on February 28, 2023 at 8:00 AM

Forklift attachments like side shifters and fork positioners quickly pay for themselves through improved productivity. Top Forklift Attachments for Productivity An important note: when buying a forklift attachment, it's important …

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by Trey Barber, on January 11, 2023 at 12:10 PM

Which weighs more: a ton of bricks or a ton of feathers? As any school kid will tell you, it’s a trick question. They weigh the same. But that doesn’t …

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by Phil Hanford, on January 2, 2023 at 2:32 PM

Washington’s robust agricultural businesses need specialized tools for their operations. A reliable, heavy-duty forklift is a must, but a specialized forklift clamp can give your business a competitive edge. Here …

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by Phil Hanford, on April 15, 2022 at 3:04 PM

Keeping your operation running smoothly means keeping your teams moving efficiently. When you rely on quality Doosan forklifts to get the job done, your equipment must be operating well. Equipment …

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by Phil Hanford, on September 24, 2021 at 6:00 AM

Are your forklift brakes wearing out earlier than you expected? Are frequent repairs eating into your maintenance budget? If your business is dealing with this challenge, it can be incredibly …

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Topics:Forklift PartsForklift Brakes

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